Brother Mitchell L. Minton JVC
Bro. Mitchell L. Minton, Jr. Vice Commander, Lockwood Camp #139, died October 19, 2012 at his home at 2601 Pearl Rd. in Alpena, MI 49707. Mitch had been an Associate SUVCW member for the past 10 years. During that time Mitch was continuous participant in all Camp activities and projects. He brought life to our, meetings with a smile and his positive attitude.
Mitch was the quintessential ”cowboy", hosting the Country Gold radio show, working with the Little Britches Rodeo, the Sherriff’s Posse, and the Alpena Fairgrounds.
Mitch was the owner and operator of Floyd Minton Cedar Post Co. This was a family business established by his father, Floyd Minton.
Mitch loved involving himself with children. He was always willing to share his time with his grand children, his nieces and nephews and others.
Mitch is survived by his wife of 24 years, Sherry, his daughter, Patsy, two stepsons, his mother Shirley and two sisters, three brothers, and several nieces and nephews.
There was a Service of Remembrance on October 22.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Visit his personal web page at www.lifestorynet.com where you may sign the on-line guest book or send your condolences to the family.